Kausar Qidwai
About Kausar Qidwai
Kausar Qidwai serves as the Director of Clinical Affairs at TransMedics, Inc. since 2021, bringing extensive experience in clinical research and project management across various organizations in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors.
Work at TransMedics
Kausar Qidwai has been serving as the Director of Clinical Affairs at TransMedics, Inc. since 2021. In this role, based in Andover, Massachusetts, Qidwai oversees clinical operations and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. Prior to this position, Qidwai worked as the Associate Director of Clinical Affairs at TransMedics from 2018 to 2021, contributing to the company's clinical strategies and project management.
Education and Expertise
Kausar Qidwai holds a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from St. Joseph's College, which was completed from 1983 to 1986. Qidwai further advanced education with a Master of Science in Microbiology from Karachi University, completed from 1986 to 1989. In addition, Qidwai has certifications in Clinical Research and Monitoring of Clinical Trials, obtained in 2007 and 2004, respectively. Qidwai possesses extensive knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Federal Regulations, and International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) Guidelines.
Professional Background
Kausar Qidwai has a diverse professional background in clinical research and project management. Prior to joining TransMedics, Qidwai worked at various organizations, including UMass Memorial Medical Center as a Clinical Project Manager and Study Research Coordinator, St. Jude Medical as Lead CRA, and Abbott as Manager of Clinical Research Associates. Qidwai also held positions at AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Thoratec, and Vertex Pharmaceuticals, gaining extensive experience in clinical trial management and regulatory compliance.
Achievements in Clinical Research
Throughout Kausar Qidwai's career, Qidwai has demonstrated strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Recognized as a team player, Qidwai has effectively collaborated with cross-functional teams in various clinical settings. Qidwai is also noted for a creative problem-solving approach, ensuring project completeness and adherence to clinical research standards.